Entries for May 2021

The Rectory Office is closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day.

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This Saturday, May 29 is the 50th anniversary of Msgr. Maniscalco's ordination.  In honor of this joyful occasion, he will celebrate the 5:00pm Mass in the Church along with the other parish priests.  All are welcome to attend!  You can watch this Mass live online or view a record...

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Our Lady of Fatima Communion of Reparation First Saturday Devotion   Join the Divine Mercy Ministry as we make an act of Reparation for the offenses and blasphemies committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.   Saturday, June 5 9:00am Mass in the Lower Church, followed by Adorat...

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On Pentecost Sunday (May 23), nine members of our St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Familly received the Sacrament of Confirmation.  Three were also received into full communion as Catholics and four shared in the Sacrament of Eucharist for the first time.  Thanks to photographer Kevin Ramsaro...

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April 2021 Summary:   Our pantry served 23 households in April, distributing 66 bags of pantry items and $758 in gift cards. Thanks to the generosity of the St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Family, we received 42 bags of pantry items, $1025 in gift cards and $750 in financial donations. ...

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Pope Francis has called for a “marathon” of prayer during the month of May to appeal for divine assistance in bringing about an end to the COVID pandemic. Marian shrines around the world have been chosen by the Holy See to lead the rosary each day of the month. The shrines chosen for ...

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Our Ministry of Consolation brings comfort to the families of the recently deceased by assisting them with planning the Funeral Mass, offering guidance, and supporting family members and friends by attending the liturgies.  Ministry of Consolation Greeters act as ushers, welcoming and directing...

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The schedule of Masses for Ascension Thursday, which falls this year on May 13, is: Wednesday evening (May 12):       At the Church (24 Westminster Rd.) – 7:30pm                &nb...

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Mrs. Maureen Pica's second grade class recently visited St. Thomas Human Services to make a donation to the Food Pantry.  The students also helped the workers in Human Services to put away their donated items.  We thank these honorary Human Services Volunteers for offering their assist...

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The Easter season comes to a close on Pentecost Sunday.  As we commemorate the sending of the Holy Spirit to the apostles, we will also celebrate the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist with members of our parish family. Gather around them and show your support as they receive these sac...

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Thank you to all who continue to donate to our pantry.  There are close to 50 families and individuals who rely on the pantry.  Funds they don’t spend on what the pantry can provide can be spent on expenses like medical, rent or electric.  The need among the economically challen...

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       In line with actions taken by New York State, the Diocese is permitting more openness in our churches.  At the same time, the Diocese states that "The dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation Masses remains in effect.  We ...

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